Diesel Technician - Class B

PFG | Performance Good Group

1d•$33 - $36

About The Position

Performance Foodservice is seeking a Class B Diesel Technician to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on medium- to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, refrigeration units, and converter dollies with minimal supervision. The technician ensures compliance with state and federal trucking regulations, maintains accurate and current work-order documentation, and provides road-call services as needed. The role works a consistent Sunday-through-Thursday schedule from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM. Experienced technicians start at $33–$36 per hour. Overtime is available but not mandatory. The company provides paid OEM and ASE certifications, training programs, uniforms, an annual boot allowance, and a $500 tool allowance.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
At least 2 years of proven medium- to heavy-duty vehicle repair experience, including preventative maintenance, tire and wheel work, air and air-disc brakes, diagnostics, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair, and A/C refrigeration.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or two-year technical, vocational, or trade-school diploma.
At least 3 years of proven medium- to heavy-duty vehicle repair experience, including preventative maintenance, tire and wheel work, air and air-disc brakes, diagnostics, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair, and A/C refrigeration.
Certifications in tire and wheel, brakes, A/C and/or EPA, DOT inspections, transmissions, engines, or ASE Heavy Duty.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance, minor repairs, and standard component inspections and repairs on fleet diesel equipment, including tractors, trailers, and refrigeration units.
Identify root causes of basic equipment failures or conditions and perform repairs as needed.
Ensure equipment has the required licensing and registration before it is deemed roadworthy.
Document repairs and preventative maintenance thoroughly in the online Enterprise Asset Management system, and keep work orders current.
Install, replace, and repair onboard computers.
Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other components, replacing parts when needed.
Perform routine maintenance, including changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
Use hand tools, precision instruments, power tools, welding equipment, jacks, and hoists to perform maintenance and repairs.
Perform road-call services as needed.
Communicate and interact professionally with coworkers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
Perform other related duties as assigned.